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Plant Powered Metro NY helps reverse chronic illness with food and community

Queens locals donned festive clothing as they celebrated Jamaica's 63rd Independence day on Tuesday, Aug 19.

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Vibrant celebration marks Jamaica’s 63rd Independence Day at Queens Borough Hall

Abena Amory entertains patrons in October 2024 at the St. Vincent and the Grenadines' 45th Gala Independence Anniversary Luncheon at Russo's on the Bay in Howard Beach, Queens

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Abena Amory lights up Jamaica’s 63rd Independence Anniversary Gala in Queens

By Nelson A. King

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Two Southeast Queens business owners celebrate 5th anniversary of JFK based restaurant

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Indo-Caribbean Alliance exhibit in Richmond Hill spotlights immigrant stories

Miss Pat of VP Records (left) and photographer Ajamu Myrie present a portrait of Queen Ifrica to the singer.

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Queen Ifrica receives striking photo at VP Records Cultural Center

By Nelson A. King

Volunteers joined Japneet Singh, third from left in City Council District 28 to share BBQ dinner on Memorial Day, May 26, as he ramps up his campaign for the term-limit seat.

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Join the movement — Japneet Singh is bringing District 28 together!

By Tangerine Clarke

Guyana's diplomats hosted a 59th Anniversary of Independence reception at JPAC on May 21, imbued with honor and patriotism to start a week of activities in the diaspora. From left, Fazil Joe Yussuff, emcee Claire Patterson Monah, Ambassador Carolyn Rodrigues Birkett, and Consul General Ambassador Michael E. Brotherson.

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Guyana begins 59th Independence festivities with Diplomatic Reception in Queens

By Tangerine Clarke

The majestic Parliament Building that houses the National Assembly of Guyana in the capital city of Georgetown, is festooned with national flags, and colorful lighting to mark the May 26 Independence Day.

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Flag Days to mark Guyana’s 59th Independence with ceremonies in NYC and Newark

By Tangerine Clarke

Rondel Boodram, owner of Sandz NY surrounded by guests as they enjoy the vibrant ambiance of Sandz NYC’s soft opening, featuring live music and Caribbean-inspired décor.

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Sandz NYC ushers in new era of Caribbean Culture in Queens

By Tracey Khan

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Far Rockaway pastor reflects on journey from journalist to White House-honored faith leader

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Queens’ most influential and iconic Power Women celebrated at the esteemed annual ceremony

Candidate for NY City Council District 28, Janeet Singh, left, is pictured with a resident, District Leader Albert Baldeo, Dr. Dhanpaul Narine, Bibi Alli, and others, who pleaded with President Trump for compassion, and to make a pathway to legal status, for law-abiding immigrants, who are business owners, and parents of professional children, during a demonstration in Richmond Hill, Queens.

Richmond Hill, Queens community hold unity rally amidst growing rhetoric from the Trump administration

By Tangerine Clarke

Honorees Elizabeth Mitchell, principal 27Q064 Queens; Tangerine Clarke, Caribbean Life contributor; Dr. Veronica Wiltshire, moderator; and Dr. Dhanpaul Narine, founder of the Queens Book Fair & Literary Festival, Inc., after plaques were presented on behalf of the organization., during a Black History presentation, at the Queens Library Richmond Hill Branch, on Feb. 8.

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Queens Book Fair celebrates Black History at 7th educational initiative, honors two for exceptional contributions

By Tangerine Clarke

Tyriek White, author of “We Are a Haunting” (Astra Publishing House, 2023).

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Queens Public Library hosts talk with Brooklyn author on his debut book

By Milette Millington

District Leader of Richmond Hill and Ozone Park, Albert Basdeo.

Fear stalks the land

By Bert Wilkinson

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